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Friday, April 24, 2026 · Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach Resident Rusty Pickering Appointed to Alabama Society of CPAs’ Board of Directors
Fort Walton Beach resident Rusty Pickering has been appointed to the Alabama Society of Certified Public Accountants’ Board of Directors, a significant recognition of his professional expertise.
Hunter Smith Shares Tax Season Insights on WSFA 12 News
Fort Walton Beach financial expert Hunter Smith recently shared tax season insights on WSFA 12 News, offering timely advice as the April 15 deadline approaches.
Friday, April 24, 2026
AICPA ENGAGE Conference to Bring Accounting Professionals to Las Vegas
The AICPA ENGAGE conference, a major national event for accounting professionals, is set to take place in Las Vegas from June 3-6, 2024.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Fort Walton Beach Resident Rusty Pickering Appointed to Alabama Society of CPAs’ Board of Directors
Fort Walton Beach resident Rusty Pickering has been selected to serve on the Alabama Society of Certified Public Accountants’ Board of Directors, bringing local professional expertise to a regional role.
Friday, April 24, 2026
AICPA Tax Practice Webcast Offers Insights for Local Professionals
Fort Walton Beach tax professionals can gain valuable insights from the AICPA Tax Practice Webcast scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Orlando's Construction Boom Fuels Central Florida Real Estate Surge
Central Florida's real estate market is booming amid a wave of new residential and commercial projects, powered by record job growth and population influx. Orlando added 37,500 jobs in 2024 and welcomes 1,500 new residents weekly, absorbing new construction inventory at a blistering pace. Yet rising supply signals a market pivot, offering buyers rare leverage in 2026.
Friday, April 24, 2026
PortMiami's Massive Expansion Fuels Florida Trade Boom
PortMiami shattered records in 2025 with 8.56 million cruise passengers and 1.11 million TEUs of cargo, pumping $61 billion into Florida's economy.[2][3] Ambitious upgrades under the 2035 Master Plan promise to double cargo traffic, cementing Miami's role as the nation's logistics powerhouse.[1] As Florida's trade gateway, these moves ripple statewide, boosting jobs and shipping from Tampa to Jacksonville.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Florida Tourism Hits New Peak as 2025 Shatters All Records
Florida's tourism machine reached unprecedented heights in 2025, welcoming 143.3 million visitors and generating over $142.9 billion in economic activity. The surge reflects the state's continued dominance as America's premier vacation destination, even as tourism competition intensifies nationwide.
Friday, April 24, 2026
South Florida Luxury Boom Reshapes Skylines Amid Cash-Fueled Surge
South Florida's real estate market is exploding with luxury new construction from Miami to Palm Beach, driven by all-cash deals and wealthy migrants. Towering cranes dot the horizon as developers race to meet insatiable demand for waterfront towers and estates. Experts predict the frenzy will endure well into 2026.
Friday, April 24, 2026
South Florida Inventory Surges 20%, Cooling Miami Home Prices
Home sales in Miami-Dade and Broward counties slowed amid a 20% rise in available properties, easing intense price pressures in the region's overheated market. Buyers now face less competition, but a persistent shortage of over 30,000 units keeps affordability elusive. Florida Realtors data signals a shift toward balance in early 2026.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Hunter Smith Shares Tax Season Insights on WSFA 12 News
Fort Walton Beach financial expert Hunter Smith offered timely tax season insights on WSFA 12 News, providing valuable advice to local residents before the April 15 deadline.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Fort Walton Beach Residents Continue Reliance on Internal Combustion Engine Vehicles
Fort Walton Beach residents continue to favor internal combustion engine vehicles for daily transportation, citing convenience and current infrastructure.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Companion Animal Hospital Offers Pet Boarding Services
Companion Animal Hospital in Fort Walton Beach offers pet boarding services for dogs and cats, providing a safe and comfortable environment with veterinary staff on hand.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Destin HVAC Services: Four Seasons Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration
Destin-based Four Seasons Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration continues to provide HVAC services to residents and businesses across the Fort Walton Beach area.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Texting While Driving: What Fort Walton Beach Drivers Need to Know About Florida Law
Fort Walton Beach drivers need to be aware that texting while driving is illegal in Florida, carrying fines and points on a license, with law enforcement actively enforcing the primary offense.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Texting While Driving: What Fort Walton Beach Drivers Need to Know About Florida Law
Fort Walton Beach drivers need to understand Florida's texting and driving laws, which prohibit sending or reading texts while driving and include stricter rules in school and construction zones.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Florida House Bill 651 – What it Means for Personal Injury Cases
Florida House Bill 651 has significantly altered personal injury cases for Fort Walton Beach residents, particularly regarding medical damages and the admissibility of evidence like letters of protection.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Why Bathroom Refinishing Beats a Full Remodel—Faster, Cleaner, Smarter
Fort Walton Beach homeowners are discovering that bathroom refinishing offers a faster, cleaner, and more cost-effective alternative to a full remodel, saving time and money.
Friday, April 24, 2026